11. Bobby Stocks – Convicted Felon to Self-Taught Advertising Pro

Bobby Stocks is a serial entrepreneur with vast advertising, marketing, and strategy skills. He is the founder of a multi-figure digital marketing and consulting agency as well as a mid six-figure software business. 

In today’s episode, Bobby talks about his multiple run-ins with adversity from being a college dropout, former drug dealer, convicted felon, as well as being diagnosed with cancer. Bobby’s turning point was out of adversity began by joining support groups to confront and move past his personal roadblocks. He was able to find success in harnessing his natural skills for advertising and spent a great deal of time teaching himself new skills to go all-in with online marketing. 

Bobby attributes his success to his wife who was a huge support throughout the entire process. He truly believes his story is a prime example of ownership and taking responsibility for one’s life. 

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